2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 167 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
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2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Uplander | Elantra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |